Rockstar Reviewer (Rambling Man's Reviews)

Photo Credit: Kirsten Southwell Edited by Anselm Anderson Singer-songwriter Lillian King released her debut album, In Your Long Shadow, on Friday, October 24th, via Pronounced Kroog . The album was written in the aftermath of her father's passing and reflects on themes of grief, family, and the depression that can accompany loss. Across ten songs, Lillian draws inspiration from quiet meditations during walks, old rivers, and the strange comfort found in repetition. Her delivery is marked by a voice that is both strikingly soulful and understated. The album highlights Lilian's talent as a songwriter, making it a deeply personal project. After years of performing in basements in Montreal to solo sets across the United States and North America, these experiences have helped her hone her skills, bringing her career to the brink of wider recognition.   Spencer Krug , whose label Pronounced Kroog took Lillian under its wing after a chance tour pairing in 2024. has been key to this ...

Photo Credit: Josiah Sampson   Edited by Anselm Anderson The All-American Rejects have released their latest track, ' Eggshell Tap Dancer , ' ahead of February's album release. The track continues the indie-leaning direction they explored with ' Search Party, '  blending pop sensibility with the band’s signature pop-rock power. Vocalist Tyson Ritter explains about the song,  “‘Eggshell Tap Dancer’ is about performing tenderness until your feet bleed. The character in the song is tiptoeing around someone who probably stopped listening three exits ago, but he’s still there — pulling rabbits out of hats, making balloon animals out of his own arteries. In the end, I think it’s a love song written for someone who’s just detached from the world and madly in love with obsession.” The band is currently on an arena tour with the Jonas Brothers and is having arguably the biggest year of their career. They have experienced a significant resurgence, attracting a new generat...

  Artwork courtesy of Spencer Caligiuri Words Written by Anselm Anderson LA-based heavy metal band Wings of Steel released their sophomore album, Winds of Time , last week via independent distribution . The powerful trio revitalises metal, reminiscent of the good old days, with their 1980s-influenced style . Their high-octane vocals, pounding drums, and sizzling guitar solos evoke memories of iconic bands like Dio , Saxon , and Judas Priest while making a bold statement of intent. This eight-track release showcases the band's growth as a rising force in the United States and Europe. Wings of Steel was formed in 2019 in Los Angeles, USA . They released their self-titled debut EP three years later, followed by their first full-length album, titled Gates of Twilight , two years ago. Last year, the band released their first live album before embarking on their first European tour . They have performed at festivals such as The Whisky A Go Go  and   Up The Hammers ....

Photo courtesy of Tallee Savage PRESS RELEASE (Edited by Anselm Anderson) John Norum , Europe ’s founder/guitarist and solo artist, has signed a record deal with Frontiers Music Srl . He is set to enter the studio to record his tenth solo album , marking a new chapter in his career. John Norum is characterised by melodic solos and writing style, balancing bluesy influences with classic hard rock and a distinctive singing and guitar playing style. His virtuosic, soulful, and imaginative playing makes his solo work a rewarding listen for both fans and newcomers. He released his first solo album, “ Total Control ,” in 1987 and has since released a total of nine solo albums. His latest album, “ Gone to Stay ,” was released in 2022. John has spent the last couple of years working with Deep Purple ’s frontman, Glenn Hughes , Don Dokken and many other top-notch musicians. International guest appearances are expected on the forthcoming album. He will play live both as a solo artist and w...

  Written by Anselm Anderson Texan rock trio Little King has returned with their eighth studio album, Lente Viviente , which is their most progressive and ambitious work to date. The release was recorded a few months back in Arizona , marking the first time the band have recorded outside their native Texas. The band has made some personnel changes since their last outing six years ago. Drummer Tony Bojorquez joins guitarist and vocalist Ryan Rossoff , along with bassist and cellist David Hamilton , to record this seven-track release. The album draws similarities to prog rock icons Rush and Genesis while presenting a fresh and original approach. It sounds as though the band has undergone some serious soul-searching over those years. The album title Lente Viviente  roughly translates to "Living Lens," a play on words of Rossoff's Video Memoir Production company, LivingLens Memoirs . It examines the balance between truth and perception, featuring thought-provoking lyrics...

PRESS RELEASE Heavy metal legend, acclaimed filmmaker and pop culture icon ROB ZOMBIE returns for his eighth studio album, " The Great Satan ", out February 27th from Nuclear Blast Records . Following the success of his Top 10 charting record " The Lunar Injection Kool Aid Eclipse Conspiracy " (2021), Zombie is back, revisiting his early Hellbilly roots for a slaughterhouse of anthemic punk-infused heavy rock/metal.  The record’s first single, “ Punks And Demons ,” is out today and is accompanied by a video directed by Zombie. Stream ‘Punks And Demons’: https://robzombie.bfan.link/punks-and-demons Pre-Order The Great Satan: https://robzombie.bfan.link/the-great-satan ‘PUNKS AND DEMONS’ MUSIC VIDEO: https://youtu.be/J0mfcGLaPqI The Great Satan is available now for pre-order in a variety of formats, including a limited box set and accompanying apparel at https://robzombie.bfan.link/the-great-satan . Rob Zombie is a renowned rock icon and filmmaker known for his dis...

Photo Credit: JJ Eringa PRESS RELEASE Multi-award-winning musician and songwriter / Freddie Mercury Scholarship Winner / PRS Guitars artist Leoni Jane Kennedy  is set to perform an acoustic tribute to Rush with special guest Eóin de Paor from Moving Pictures (Rush tribute UK). Tackling some obscure tracks and popular sing-alongs from throughout the many eras of Rush, Leoni and Eóin will play through songs from her reinterpretations album " New World Woman " alongside new tracks, set to be included on the next covers album in the near future. Discussing the dates, Leoni Jane Kennedy explained: “ We’re ecstatic to see that Rush are playing together again with Anika Nilles paying homage to Neil whilst also giving Rush fans like myself the opportunity to see Alex and Geddy perform a full set together live! In the meantime, across the pond in the UK, Eóin and I are so excited to be performing some of our favourite Rush tracks acoustically for audiences who may not get th...